Sleep Token members: What we know about their real identities
Sleep Token members Vessel, II, III, IV, and Espera have dominated the music industry by hiding their true identities for a long time. However, the identities of the musicians behind the masks have been revealed as: Vessel (Leo George Faulkner), II (Adam Pedder), III (Dave Ball), IV (Rhys Griffiths), and Espera (Mathilda Riley, Lynsey Ward, and Paige Lucip).
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Key takeaways
- Sleep Token is an English rock band formed in London in 2016. The members, Vessel, II, III, IV, and Espera, are known for maintaining anonymity by wearing masks.
- The rock band released its first EP, One, the same year. Since then, the band has released four albums: Sundowning (2019), This Place Will Become Your Tomb (2021), Take Me Back to Eden (2023), and Even in Arcadia (2025).
- Sleep Token's members remain anonymous, none addressing recent identity reports except Espera, who revealed themselves in their Instagram bio.
Sleep Token members
Even though the members of Sleep Token have not publicly confirmed their identities, the information in this article is based on widely circulated reports and credible sources, including Kill the Music, discussions on YouTube, and the Reddit platform. Details remain speculative and may not fully reflect the band members' identities.
| Stage name | Reported identity |
| Vessel | Leo George Faulkner |
| II | Adam Pedder |
| III | Dave Ball |
| IV | Rhys Griffiths |
| Espera | Mathilda Riley, Lynsey Ward, and Paige Lucip |
1. Vessel
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- Identity: Leo George Faulkner
- Date of birth: 22 December 1993
- Place of birth: United Kingdom
- Role: Lead vocalist
Vessel, believed to be Leo George Faulkner, is the lead vocalist, studio guitarist, keyboard player, bass player, and producer. Like many talented artists, he began his musical journey early, playing the piano from a young age and developing a deep appreciation for genres beyond classical music.
He was particularly drawn to acoustic, progressive metal, and electronic music. Before joining Sleep Token, Vessel was involved in several musical projects. He worked on a solo Dusk project and performed in the duo Blacklit Canopy with Gemma Matthews. Faulkner was also a piano teacher.
Is Vessel truly Leo George Faulkner?
The face behind Vessel is alleged to be Leo George Faulkner. His face can be seen behind the mask he wears while performing for the Blacklit Canopy. Also, Leo and Adam Pedder's names are in the voices of the ASCAP Repertory.
More evidence of his identity can be found in Vessel's lyrics on Take Me Back To Eden. He mentions his previous band, Blacklit:
I can offer you a Blacklit paradise.
Another piece of evidence is from the band's song (from the third album) titled Euclid:
These ancient canopies.
2. II
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- Identity: Adam Pedder
- Date of birth: 17 September 1991
- Place of birth: Swindon, Wiltshire, United Kingdom
- Role: Drummer
Adam Pedder, known as II, is the drummer. He was previously a member of several notable metal bands, including Belial, As Winter Burns White, and Morbid Remains.
He is known for his technical skill and creative versatility, incorporating elements from genres such as drum and bass, R&B, and gospel into his drumming style. Vessel and II are the only members of the band who have been credited as performers on Sleep Token's studio albums.
II is also the only member apart from Vessel who has received songwriting credits. Adam Pedder's identity is revealed in Let's Play Music (video now deleted) as he plays the drums. The kit he used for the Hypnosis play-through is the same.
3. III
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- Identity: Dave Ball
- Place of birth: United Kingdom
- Role: Bassist
Dave Ball, also known as III, is the bassist for Sleep Token. Although he has remained somewhat in the background compared to other members, his contributions are vital to the band's sound.
Before joining Sleep Token in 2016, Ball was active in the UK metal scene, toured with bands such as Architects, worked with Northlane's guitar tech, and became associated with Charvel guitars.
How was Dave Ball's identity revealed?
In January 2023, Sleep Token was on a tour with Architects at the Mitsubishi Hall in Düsseldorf, Germany. Around the same time, Adam Rossi took Dave's photo wearing a hat given to him by Northern's guitar tech, Michael Petritsch.
He also posted his performance at the Verti Music Hall in Berlin, Germany, a venue on their German tour poster.
4. IV
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- Identity: Rhys Griffiths
- Place of birth: United Kingdom
- Role: Lead guitarist
Rhys Griffiths, known as IV, is the guitarist and vocalist for Sleep Token. Before joining the band, Griffiths was an integral member of the metalcore band Continents from 2013 to 2019.
His experience in Continents helped him develop a heavy yet melodic guitar style, blending aggressive riffs with lyrical lines. He often uses extended-range guitars, including the Jackson Custom Shop Monarkh and Gretsch G5260 Electromatic Jet Baritone.
According to various comments on Reddit, the evidence of IV being Rhys is in the picture of him and Dave, where his eyes match IV's.
5. Espera
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- Identity: Mathilda Riley, Lynsey Ward, and Paige Lucip
- Place of birth: United Kingdom
- Role: Back Vocalists
Espera consists of Mathilda Riley, Lynsey Ward, and Paige Lucip. They provide rich vocal harmonies that enhance Sleep Token's live performances. Lynsey Ward is also a member of the progressive rock band Exploring Birdsong.
Espera's identities are revealed on their Instagram profile, where the three can be seen together.
FAQs
- What is Sleep Token? Sleep Token is an English alternative band formed in 2016 in London. The members are renowned for their anonymity, symbolised by wearing masks.
- Who is Sleep Token's lead singer? Sleep Token's lead singer is allegedly Leo George Faulkner. He was born on 22 December 1991 in the United Kingdom.
- What albums has Sleep Token released? Sleep Token has released four studio albums: Sundowning (2019), This Place Will Become Your Tomb (2021), Take Me Back to Eden (2023), and Even in Arcadia (2025).
- What is the theme of Sleep Token's lyrics? The theme of Sleep Token's lyrics often explores spirituality, mythology, and personal experiences, focusing on a deity known as "Sleep".
- What are the female singers in Sleep Token called? The female singers in Sleep Token are collectively known as Espera. They perform backing vocals during live shows.
- Who is the actual singer of Sleep Token? The person behind the mask of Vessel, Sleep Token's lead vocalist, is reportedly Leo George Faulkner.
- Is Sleep Token anonymous? Yes, Sleep Token intentionally maintains anonymity. They wear masks and cloaks, avoid interviews, and consistently present themselves through their music and mystique.
Wrapping up
Even though the identities of Sleep Token members Vessel, II, III, IV, and Espera are allegedly known, they still wear their masks. The band has become one of the fans' favourite acts. Their fourth album, Even in Arcadia, was released in May 2025 through RCA Records.
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